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Ugly Betty
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Does everyone else love her as much as Ed does?

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3rd Annual EA SquareTable Event
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Calling all NY Editorial Assistants (and Assistant Editors who still assist). Now's the time to apply to participate in our 3rd Annual EA SquareTable Event, to be held on Jan. 23 from 6:30-8:30.

The event brings together EAs from New York-based magazines to discuss their jobs, as well as speak with senior magazine editors on how to succeed and get to the next level. The cost is $20.

If you'd like to participate, please reply NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, Jan 17 to Events@ed2010.com with the following info...

Your name:
Your magazine:
Your job title (as it appears on the masthead):
Who you assist (specific eds, or dept...):
How long you've been at your job:
Your Cell Phone Number:

Please note, becaue space is limited, we will send a confirmation email by mid-next week with location details.

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Apply for Ed's $1,000 Trust Fund!
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Are you an unpaid intern at a magazine in New York City this semester? Then Ed wants to help you out! Read Ed's Trust Fund application rules (aka: the "fine print") on the Ed on Campus page on Ed2010.com and then apply before JANUARY 30, 2007! One of you will win $1,000 to use however you please (but we hope you'll use it to, well, live in this amazing yet ridiculously expensive city!)

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Ed in Orlando
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Calling all Orlando-ans! Or is it Orlando-ites? Regardless, if you live in Orlando and are interested in mingling with other mag-edit types, e-mail Emily@ed2010.com. We're looking to get an Ed chapter started there!

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News
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1. WWD
Memo Pad
By Stephanie D. Smith, Amy Wicks,
1/11./07
http://www.wwd.com/issue/article/111905

ROLLING FLAT

It seems Jann Wenner apparently isn't that popular with the MTV crowd. In its first viewing on Jan. 7, Rolling Stone's MTV reality contest "I'm From Rolling Stone" attracted only 369,000 viewers. A spokeswoman from Rolling Stone declined comment Wednesday, and MTV did not respond to calls by press time. Meanwhile, FX's tabloid drama "Dirt" saw its ratings fall 35 percent to 2.4 million viewers in the show's second week, compared with 3.7 million at its debut. Though the results were disappointing, perhaps future guest star Jennifer Aniston, who is best friends with "Dirt" star Courteney Cox, will help boost the show's interest. It hasn't yet been determined when or in what capacity Aniston will appear. Meanwhile, Web gossip writer Perez Hilton, who will play himself, will appear in episode 12

ROAD KILL

It looks like those magazine gremlins will do anything to keep the February issue of W magazine and its transgender photo shoot with Stefano Gabbana and Domenico Dolce out of the conservative Midwest. Early Wednesday, a tractor trailor carrying a load of Ws collided with another truck, resulting in at least one pallet of magazines haphazardly falling onto Interstate 71 in Cincinnati. Those that drove by the crash saw cover subjects Nicole Kidman and Daniel Craig marred by the accident. All kidding aside, no one was said to be injured, but the Cincinnati Enquirer reported the crash involved a large spill of diesel fuel. The accident blocked two lanes on the interstate from 7 a.m. to approximately 3:45 p.m. The truck that contained the issues of W ??” as well as other magazine titles ??” was en route to a plant in Cincinnati. A W spokeswoman said it is too soon to know how many magazines were thrown from the truck or how the accident will affect newsstand delivery. She added that more details will not be obtained until today.

KEEP SPINNING

Spin magazine has finally named its new editor in chief, although the magazine's top title is simply called editor now. Doug Brod, who has been serving as acting editor in chief, is taking the helm. The magazine's former editor in chief, Andy Pemberton, left in June. Spin has brought on Steve Kandell in the new position of deputy editor. Kandell was most recently the senior editor at Blender. Spin also hired Michelle Egiziano as photography director. The position has been filled by freelancers since Kathleen Kemp left the magazine in March.

2. Fashion Week Daily
Changes at W
By Jim Shi
1/10/07
http://www.fashionweekdaily.com/news/fullstory.sps?iNewsid=393769&itype=8486

Christopher Bagley has been named European editor of W, based in Paris. He succeeds Jessica Kerwin, who has left the company after more than a decade with W and Women??™s Wear Daily. Though some in the industry have raised their eyebrows at the news, a Cond?© Nast spokeswoman said that she will freelance for W and was leaving in order to ???fulfill a long time ambition to travel throughout Asia.??? Bagley, meanwhile, has been in Paris for about two weeks now, and is expected to be at the upcoming couture shows. He??™ll be succeeded by Gabe Doppelt, W??™s L.A.-based entertainment editor and subsequent arts editor. Kevin West will remain West Coast editor of W, based in L.A. Meanwhile, W has hired Gabriel Snyder, currently a Los Angeles reporter at Variety, to become the magazine's new senior writer. Snyder, who also worked at The New York Observer as a media reporter, starts Feburary 1.

3. Fashion Week Daily
De Sole Switch
By Angela Gaimari
1/10/07
http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/v-echo/story/485375p-408658c.html

Domenico De Sole may be indelibly associated with Tom Ford, but his daughter Rickie De Sole is certainly free to flex her fashion potential. The Vanity Fair fashion assistant is learning the ropes of being a fickle fashionista, having accepted a position on the public relations team at Prada USA less than six months after joining Cond?© Nast. De Sole will serve as PR coordinator for Prada women??™s and report to Melissa Skoog, vice president of PR. ???I grew up in Italy, so I??™m biased towards Italian designers,??? mused De Sole, ???and I think Miuccia puts out a great product.??? She starts January 22.

4. Media Industry Newsletter
The Monday-Versus-Friday World of ???Newsweek??? and ???Time???
By Staff
1/11/07
http://www.minonline.com/mb_topstory.htm

It was in the 1950s--during Dwight Eisenhower's presidency--that Newsweek and Time switched from a Friday to a Monday release, and the since-1933 rivals have seemingly been in lockstep whether deliberate (newsstand price increases, etc.) or coincidental (October 27, 1975, covers of the then-unknown Bruce Springsteen are a famous example). Not so in 2007, with Time back on Fridays (though the Monday cover date continues), because, as managing editor (since June 2006) Rick Stengel explains to readers in the January 15 "premiere," Let's get you the magazine on the weekend when you want it. (More details were in the August 21, 2006, min.)

Apparently, Newsweek (and U.S. News & World Report) readers still "want it" on Monday. Here, the January 8 Newsweek was released on New Year's Day in the midst of the Gerald Ford mourning; thus, a cover tribute to the late president. January 15 Time, out last Friday (January 5--two days after the Ford burial), focused instead on the Bush Administration contemplating the sending of more troops to Iraq. With NEWSWEEK.COM and TIME.COM augmenting, we shall see how these "differences" play.

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears ...

Jobs

...that a startup food magazine needs writers to cover local flavor for its inagural and subsequent issues. We are looking for writers who can make our readers taste the food with their writing alone. We are also looking for foodies who have contacts in the industry for interviews with local area chefs for inclusion in the magazine. Pay is low, but will increase as magazine builds its readership. Please send resume and clips to clbma3@yahoo.com.

...that AdvisorMax, SourceMedia?s new online publication for financial advisors, seeks an assistant editor to help build our Web presence. This newly formed position is best suited for a self-starter with a strong interest in the Web and the ability to multi-task. Responsibilities include: fact-checking, line editing and writing for the website and e-newsletters; coordinating online production tasks; creating interactive content; discussions board management and audience development. We are looking for a writer with a fresh voice and the ability to craft well-researched pieces relevant to our demographic. Qualifications: 3-5 years of journalism/editorial experience, stellar line editing skills (with an affinity for grammar, spelling and usage), keen eye for details, and highly collaborative nature and spirit. Strong journalistic judgment and knowledge of web publishing tools a plus. Must be a proven team player and able to set priorities under deadline pressure. Applications must include salary requirements. Please apply online at: http://careers.sourcemedia.com/jobs.sm

...that PR Week may be looking for an assistant to the editor-in-chief. Do NOT mention Ed

...that Niche Media has a Photo Assistant opportunity available. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 months'relevant experience in an editorial capacity. E-mail resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to: jobs@nichemediallc.com.

...that Gayot Publications in Los Angeles is looking for an accurate, fast and detail-oriented editorial assistant for their leading restaurant and travel website, Gayot.com. This opening is an entry-level editorial position for a candidate with excellent command of the English language, a bachelor's degree, and some previous experience writing and editing (published preferred, but unpublished no problem). We?re looking for someone self-motivated, organized, and efficient to provide support to the editors, create and maintain web pages, edit and proofread, optimize images for the web, give creative input as well as write occasional articles, blurbs, headlines, etc. The ability to work under pressure and shift priorities quickly is essential. The job will involve juggling multiple tasks, both routine and creative. Working knowledge of Dreamweaver, Photoshop, HTML a plus. Salary based on skills and experience. Please email resume, cover letter and two writing clips as well as salary requirements to the Web Editor at editorial@gayot.com. Put EDITORIAL ASSISTANT in subject head. Absolutely no telephone calls. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Parenting has two spots to fill -- associate editor and senior associate editor. Actively interviewing right now. One of those people will cover baby/kid gear; both will work on features and departments. Resumes and cover letters to annie_schoening@timeinc.com.

...that a national men's magazine needs a senior-level freelance copy editors for occasional work. Minimum three years' experience working for higher-end magazines. Must have solid knowledge of InDesign and be able to adapt to house style based on CMS. E-mail resume to amy.ciauro@rodale.com.

...that New York magazine?s website, nymag.com, is looking for food-savvy assistants to work on The Menu Project, an undertaking which has already added thousands of menus online. The assistant will be responsible for prepping menus for the data entry team (i.e., light clerical work and some typing). One part-time position is available. Qualifications: Knowledge of local restaurant scene is essential. The project requires candidates with excellent organizational skills, an eye for detail, a professional phone manner, and previous typing experience. Pay: $13/hour To Apply: E-mail a resume and cover letter to: nymjobs@nymag.com. Please put ?Menu Project Part-Time? in the subject field. No calls please.

Internships

...that J-14 Magazine, a celebrity-based publication for teens and tweens, based in Englewood Cliffs, NJ (just outside of NYC) is looking for unpaid interns to begin ASAP for Spring, and/or for Summer '07! Some responsibilities include assisting with the organization of reader mail and giveaways, researching for articles, some writing opportunities, transcribing celebrity interviews, helping to maintain web features, and returning fashion samples to publicists. There may also be opportunities for interns to conduct celebrity interviews themselves. This position is for college credit only. To apply, email resume to Ashley Kenney, editorial assistant, akenney@bauerpublishing.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that the newly designed OUT magazine is looking for an intern in the art and design department. Must know photoshop, InDesign, be familiar with typography and have a keen interest to learn. Contact Nick Vogelson: nick.vogelson@out.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Good Housekeeping Magazine is looking to hire fashion interns for the Spring 07 semester. The internship starts ASAP and will last through the end of May. Must receive school credit and be available at least 3 days a week. Responsibilities: Cataloguing apparel/accessories in and out, organizing merchandise in the fashion closet, coordinating sample deliveries with PR contacts, trend research, and general administrative assistance to fashion department. Skill sets necessary, on top of a pre-requisite interest in fashion: responsibility, extreme organization, resourcefulness, ability to work independently, polished office demeanor, interest in fashion, magazines, women's service, curious and wanting to learn. This is a great foot in. All interested candidates, send resume and cover ASAP to gsung@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Maxim magazine is looking for art interns to work in the design department for 2007. Ideal candidates will be currently studying graphic design or just completed a graphic design course and looking to get a rung on the magazine ladder. Proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator preferable. Looking for someone who is highly creative, full of ideas and who has plenty of organizational skills. 4 x 3 month periods available, based in Manhattan, New York. Please email Craig Brooks, brooks@maxim.com, with a CV and some examples of design work. Serious candidates only. *This is an official Ed2010 posting*

...that Quick & Simple Magazine is in search of an intern for the photo department. This is an unpaid, for credit only position but will be a great experience for anyone serious about the world of photo editing/shoot production. Send inquiries and/or resumes to quickmagphoto@gmail.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that COSMOPOLITAN magazine is looking for several great interns for the Spring 2007 semester in our Fashion Department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, checking in and out clothing samples, organizing the fashion closet, and occasional administrative tasks. Interns must be dedicated, mature and enthusiastic about learning how the fashion department of a popular publication works. Must have a stong interest in fashion and take the job very seriously as it is a very faced paced enviroment. Internships MUST be for school credit and interns must commit to 2-3 days per week. If you are interested please contact Lindsey Calla, Lcalla@hearst.com. (OK to mention Ed)

...that Zagat.com is looking for part-time editorial/web interns to start in January (minimum two days a week). Duties will include fact-checking and photo research, with ample opportunities to research, report and write online features. The ideal applicant should be a detail-oriented self-starter, with a strong interest in food; excellent writing and research skills a must. The position is unpaid, with school credit available. Interns will leave with clips and contacts and gain valuable journalism experience. Interested candidates should email their cover letter, resume, clips and availability to: Carla Spartos, Senior Web Editor, cspartos@zagat.com.

...that Natural Health magazine is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic intern, someone who is hardworking and personable, with great organizational skills, to join our staff for a semester. In addition to administrative duties, our intern will help with researching, calling in and returning products, and generating ideas for upcoming issues; there will also be writing opportunities. We are looking for candidates who can be available 3 full days a week or more in our NY office. Please e-mail cover letters and r?sum?s with the subject "NH Internship" to nheditors@naturalhealthmag.com. No phone calls, please. (OK to mention Ed)

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